In this astute and thought-provoking book, Butler explores the concept of democracy and the ways in which it can be either constructive or destructive. Using examples from history and current events, he highlights the challenges that democracies face and provides readers with a clear understanding of the principles that are essential for the establishment of a successful and just democracy. Whether you're a student of political science or simply a concerned citizen, this book is a must-read.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.